Chris Evans (WA, Australian Labor Party, Leader of the Government in the Senate) Share this | Hansard source

I can say that one of the things that has really impressed me since Labor came into government is that we do get frank and fearless advice from our public servants. They are prepared to offer it and they accept the fact that this government welcomes it and respects their role. I am pleased to say that we were very impressed by the former head of PM&C, Dr Shergold, who provided fearless and frank advice and I know that the Prime Minister appreciated his contribution. The new head of PM&C, Mr Moran, also provides frank and fearless advice. So I have no concerns with regard to that, Senator. You are obviously trying to make some sort of cheap political point, but I can assure you that we still receive very strong advice from PM&C on all policy decisions that go to cabinet.